Minutes 07-27-23
MINUTES OF THE
EDUCATION AND YOUTH ADVISORY BOARD MEETING
HELD ON JULY 27, 2023, AT 6:00 P.M.
IN COMMISSION CHAMBERS, 100 E. OCEAN AVENUE
PRESENT:
Dr. Valerie Valcourt, Chair Franky Lazo, Assistant Director, Recreation
Pedro Macedo and Parks
Chevette Gadson
Katie Houseweart, Alt.
ABSENT:
Francoise Calixte-Dieuvil
Nicholas Giacalone
Frando Patterson
Lori Wilkinson
Jessica Wilkinson, Student
I. Call to Order
Chair Valcourt called the meeting to order at 6:06 P.M.
II. Pledge of Allegiance
The members recited the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag.
III. Roll Call
Roll was called. A quorum was present. Mr. Lazo stated that Lori Wilkinson requested an
excused absence.
IV. Approval of Agenda – July 27, 2023
Motion
Ms. Houseweart moved to approve. Mr. Macedo seconded the motion. The motion passed
unanimously.
V. Approval of Minutes – June 22, 2023
Motion
Ms. Gadson moved to approve the minutes. Mr. Macedo seconded the motion. The motion
passed unanimously.
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Education and Youth Advisory Board
Boynton Beach, Florida July 27, 2023
VI. Announcements/Presentations/Correspondence
None.
VII. Public Audience
None.
VIII. New Business
A. Frequency of Meetings
Mr. Lazo noticed the lack of attendance and suggested changing the number of meetings from
monthly to quarterly.
Chair Valcourt stated that they should remain monthly to be in preparation for the Youth Summit.
Ms. Gadson noted that educators are on the Board and that they take off during the summer for
various reasons.
Chair Valcourt suggested in April or May that they discuss summer meetings to accommodate
the Educators.
Mr. Lazo stated that the members can discuss when to meet next, each month, on a case-by-
case basis.
B. Board Liaison Absence
Mr. Lazo stated that he will be out as early as August through October. Sherri Claude,
Recreation Administrator, or another team member will replace him during this time.
IX. Old Business
A. Fundraising Proposals & Outreach
Chair Valcourt stated that she reached out to School Board Member Edwin Ferguson to attend
a Board Meeting to create a plan for outreach, for the district, within this area at the next meeting
that will be held August 24, 2023. She said that she will follow-up to coordinate a time for him to
attend. She stated that it is important to ensure that Boynton schools are receiving what they
need. Chair Valcourt stated that she was aware of a vacancy at Boynton Beach High School
needing a Principal.
Ms. Houseweart expressed concern that procedures are followed, as it was not in the recent
past.
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Boynton Beach, Florida July 27, 2023
Mr. Lazo said that he would send the letters written by former Board Member Prado to the Board,
to review about the hiring process.
Chair Valcourt stated that funds were received from working the booth at SunFest.
B. Youth Summit Event – New Date / Partnership
Chair Valcourt stated that they will try to hold the Youth Summit next summer and to contact
sponsors and the schools.
Mr. Lazo suggested that the Board select a new date for the Youth Summit, or combine it with
the Parks & Recreation’s Youth Symposium.
Chair Valcourt suggested that a department representative attend a Board Meeting to discuss
the event.
C. Bob Borovy Student Citizen of the Year Award
Chair Valcourt stated that Jessica Wilkinson received the award for 2023.
X. Future Meeting Dates: August 24, 2023
Chair Valcourt announced the next meeting date.
XI. Adjournment
Motion
There being no further business before the Board, Ms. Gadson moved to adjourn. Ms.
Houseweart seconded the motion. The motion passed unanimously.
The meeting was adjourned at 6:32 P.M.
Jennifer Hankins
Jennifer Hankins
Administrative Coordinator
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